by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Mar 21, 2022 | Smoothies & Beverages, Recipes |
If you love banana flavored foods, you’re going to love this creamy banana protein smoothie. It’s a super simple recipe that’s packed with protein, vitamin D, calcium and potassium! If you think you don’t have time to eat healthy, you haven’t met the smoothie....
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Nov 22, 2021 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
If you’re looking for ideas on what to pack your middle or high school athlete for lunch, check out these 7 school lunch options for student athletes. Student athletes are busy. They leave the house early in the morning for school, and may not get home until late in...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Aug 9, 2021 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
Recovery nutrition is an important part of an athlete’s sports nutrition plan, but what and how much food you eat matters. Here’s everything you need to know about eating after exercise. Most athletes understand the purpose of eating before exercise. The nutrients...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Apr 16, 2021 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
What you eat the night before a competition can impact how you perform during your game, competition or long-distance endurance event the next day. As a sports dietitian, one of the most common questions I get asked is, “what should I eat before, during and after a...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Nov 13, 2020 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements, Nutrition |
Spreading protein intake evenly throughout the day supports muscle protein synthesis and helps you stay full between meals. Here’s some quick and easy snack ideas with 25-30 grams of protein each. Protein-rich foods plays an important role in your daily diet. They...